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Nikon 1 J3 LCD Screen Replacement

Introduction

How to replace a cracked or damaged screen.

What you need

  1. Nikon 1 J3 LCD Screen Replacement, LCD Screen: step 1, image 1 of 2 Nikon 1 J3 LCD Screen Replacement, LCD Screen: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Using a Phillips #000 screwdriver, remove the three bottom screws connected to the back plate on the bottom of the device.

    • Remove the screws under the flaps covering the HDMI and mini USB ports.

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  2. Nikon 1 J3 LCD Screen Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Carefully pry back the back plate.

    • The plastic of the back plate may crack.

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  4. Nikon 1 J3 LCD Screen Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Lift up the screen, and use a Phillips #000 screwdriver to remove the (6) six screws holding down the underlying metal plate.

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  5. Nikon 1 J3 LCD Screen Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Pull back the black switch holding the orange screen ribbon in place, and remove the screen.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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Austin Lackey

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3 Comments

Hey, I’m having trouble removing the back plate on step 2. It seems to be stuck on the side opposite the HDMI and USB ports, any tips for removing it? Thanks!

johnjames460 - Reply

Step 1 seems to mis removal of 2 screws. Check tutorial below:

https://www.lifepixel.com/tutorials/infr...

Marcel Rossewij - Reply

I am about to replace the lcd screen on my J4 - is the method the same as for the J3? And do I need any adhesive?

Nicholas Glover - 2nd April 2023

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